Model year guide

2001 Chevrolet Prizm

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2001 Chevrolet Prizm — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2001 Chevrolet Prizm at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints50
Combined27–31 mpg
Typical price$1,105

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2001 Chevrolet Prizm recalls 1

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #10E002000 · 11/02/2010

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FRONT STRUT MOUNTS DID NOT CONTAIN A WELD JOINT BETWEEN THE BEARING HOUSING AND THE RATE PLATE.

Fix: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2001 Chevrolet Prizm common problems

Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2001 Chevrolet Prizm MPG & running costs

Combined27–31 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm worth?

Low
$500
Typical price
$1,105
High
$2,998

From 10 comparable 2001 Chevrolet Prizm listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,500
Fuel only$11,500
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2001 Chevrolet Prizm trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · LSi
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl

2001 Chevrolet Prizm vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Prizm model years

2002 2000 1999 1998

2001 Chevrolet Prizm — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Chevrolet Prizm have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Prizm?

Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are engine, engine and engine cooling, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Chevrolet Prizm get?

The 2001 Chevrolet Prizm has U.S. EPA estimates of 27–31 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2001 Chevrolet Prizm worth?

Comparable 2001 Chevrolet Prizm listings run roughly $500–$2,998, typically around $1,105 (from 10 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.